
“Niacinamide and Capryloyl Salicylic Acid work together to minimize the look of pores and gently resurface skin, while Japanese Clover adds brightness and refinement.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: capryloyl salicylic acid.
“This lightweight formula helps refine pores and smooth texture while maintaining hydration and comfort.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
betaine, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cannabis sativa seed extract.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, linoleic acid, niacinamide, panthenol
“refine pores”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid, linoleic acid, retinyl palmitate
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: folic acid, retinyl palmitate.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
“more even complexion”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: capryloyl salicylic acid, retinyl palmitate.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract, pyridoxine) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.


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Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Rice ferment filtrateUsed to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterIs proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideA product of yeast fermentation. Can contain humectants that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help neutralize free oxidants
More about Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGreen tea leaf water. Might have some minimal anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia sinensis leaf waterUsed to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 oleateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanHelps improve the product texture
More about Hydrolyzed corn starchHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin.
More about Polyglutamic acidMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseMight be somewhat helpful for attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa bran waterActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Elaeis guineensis oilIs naturally present in skin. Helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium chondroitin sulfateHelps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateHelps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 oleateA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolA type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid
More about Sodium acetylated hyaluronateA grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractHelps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores
More about Linoleic acidThree steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect
More about Retinyl palmitateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Linolenic acidHelp attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Rice amino acidsA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Avoid if you are sensitive to gluten
More about Hordeum vulgare extractAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronateAttracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymerMight have some moisturising properties. Is not effective when applied topically beyond some moisturizing effect
More about BiotinA typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soluble collagenHelps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl arachidonateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl linolenateA plant extract that typically contains linolenic and linoleic acids that help soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function
More about Salvia hispanica seed extractThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidCan help stimulate collagen production in skin. While available studies are promising, more research is needed to confirm the efficacy in skin
More about Folic acidMight help neutralize free radicals in skin, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking. It might be irritating
More about PyridoxineCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is studied as a mosquito repellent
More about Thiamine hclCan support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin
More about CyanocobalaminRice ferment filtrate, Water, Rosa damascena flower water, 1,2-hexanediol, Niacinamide, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Camellia sinensis leaf water, Methylpropanediol, Pentylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Hyaluronic acid, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Polyglyceryl-6 dioleate, Panthenol, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Betaine, Xanthan gum, Polyglyceryl-4 laurate, Beta-glucan, Hydrolyzed corn starch, Hydrogenated lecithin, Polyglutamic acid, Adenosine, Citric acid, Sucrose, Sodium phytate, Oryza sativa bran water, Malt extract, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Isopentyldiol, Kummerowia striata extract, Propanediol, Elaeis guineensis oil, Cinchona pubescens bark extract, Garcinia cambogia fruit extract, Sodium chondroitin sulfate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate, Leptospermum scoparium leaf extract, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Polyglyceryl-4 oleate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ceramide np, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Sucrose palmitate, Hydrolyzed rice bran protein, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Tocopherol, Sodium acetylated hyaluronate, Oryza sativa extract, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Menadione, Oryza sativa germ extract, Linoleic acid, Retinyl palmitate, Sodium surfactin, Oryza sativa bran extract, Sodium dna, Linolenic acid, Rice amino acids, Glycine max seed extract, Hordeum vulgare extract, Avena sativa kernel extract, Vigna angularis seed extract, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cannabis sativa seed extract, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Tocopheryl acetate, Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Biotin, Potassium hyaluronate, Soluble collagen, Glyceryl arachidonate, Glyceryl linolenate, Salvia hispanica seed extract, Ascorbic acid, Folic acid, Pyridoxine, Thiamine hcl, Cyanocobalamin, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
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